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Set to compete with Keenum

McCoy will compete with Case Keenum for the starting quarterback job, Adam Dreyfuss of the team's official website reports.

Analysis: It also is possible Washington adds a young quarterback to the mix, seeing as both Keenum and McCoy are in their early 30s and entering the final seasons of their respective contracts. The team officially hasn't ruled out Alex Smith (leg), but it seems like a long shot that he'd be ready to play any sooner than 2020. With Adrian Peterson, Derrius Guice (knee) and Chris Thompson all set to return in the backfield, coach Jay Gruden presumably hopes to build his offense around the running game,…read more

Published: Mon, Mar 18 at 11:40am by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Has confidence of Gruden

Coach Jay Gruden said he's confident in McCoy's ability, pointing to durability as the major concern, ESPN.com's John Keim reports. "McCoy (has) a great knowledge of the system, he's comfortable with the guys we have, he's a great leader, he's a competitor." Gruden said. "He can run, he can move and he can make all the throws. But he's been hurt and he hasn't done it."

Analysis: Gruden also noted that McCoy is stubborn, saying he's not sure if the 32-year-old quarterback will listen to requests to be a bit more cautious. His recent stint as the starter only lasted two games, with McCoy suffering a season-ending fibula fracture in the first quarter of a Week 13 loss to Philadelphia. There's a very real chance he enters training camp as the team's No. 1 quarterback, considering Washington doesn't have much cap space and picks at No. 15 in the first round of the upcoming…read more

Published: Fri, Mar 1 at 9:32am by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Making strides in rehab

McCoy (leg) was recently seen without any support on his recovering leg, Rhiannon Walker of The Athletic reports.

Analysis: A fractured fibula planted McCoy on injured reserve for the conclusion of the 2018 season. However, it seems the quarterback has progressed well in his rehab, so much so that it's not a stretch to think he could be fully ready for the start of OTAs this spring. With Alex Smith (lower leg) not expected to play in 2019, McCoy is tentatively entering the offseason as the No. 1 signal-caller on the depth chart in Washington.

Published: Thu, Feb 14 at 11:46am by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Season ends on IR

The Redskins placed McCoy (lower leg) on injured reserve Thursday.

Analysis: The transaction is merely a formality, as coach Jay Gruden had already ruled McCoy out for the season finale against the Eagles days earlier. McCoy, who completed 34 of 54 passes for 372 yards, three touchdowns and three interceptions across three games (two starts), is set to become a free agent in March, but Washington may have some interest in bringing him back as a No. 2 quarterback.

Published: Thu, Dec 27 at 8:51am by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Officially out for Week 17

McCoy (lower leg) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Eagles, Kareem Copeland of The Washington Post reports.

Analysis: When he met with the media Sunday, coach Jay Gruden left the door open for McCoy to return for the postseason after the veteran signal-caller recently resumed running, but McCoy's 2018 campaign will come to an end after Washington was officially eliminated from playoff contention when Dallas, Philadelphia, Minnesota and Seattle all won their respective Week 16 games. McCoy will continue to focus on rehabbing his broken leg over the next few weeks before returning at full strength for OTAs in…read more

Published: Mon, Dec 24 at 8:53am by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Won't start Week 17

McCoy (lower leg) won't be available to start Week 17 against the Eagles, with coach Jay Gruden instead electing to stick with Josh Johnson at quarterback, Kareem Copeland of The Washington Post reports.

Analysis: Gruden didn't confirm that McCoy has been ruled out for the Week 17 contest, so there's a chance the veteran signal-caller could still be available in a backup capacity. Given that McCoy has yet to practice in any fashion since fracturing his fibula in Week 13, it seems most likely that Washington sticks with Mark Sanchez as Johnson's understudy. Gruden left the door open for McCoy to start a potential wild-card game, but that too is a long shot with the 7-8 Redskins on the verge of…read more

Published: Sun, Dec 23 at 12:23pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Sitting out Week 16

McCoy (lower leg) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Titans, Kareem Copeland of The Washington Post reports.

Analysis: McCoy still isn't practicing after undergoing surgery earlier this month to repair a fractured fibula and will be sidelined for a third straight game, but the veteran quarterback still isn't ruling himself out for 2018. Per Les Carpenter of The Washington Post, McCoy has been running under the supervision of trainers and is targeting the regular-season finale against the Eagles for a return. Josh Johnson will log another start in McCoy's stead in Week 16 as the Redskins look to keep their…read more

Published: Thu, Dec 20 at 12:05pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Listed as non-participant

McCoy (fibula) was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's practice report.

Analysis: JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington reports that McCoy was in the locker room Wednesday without a walking boot or brace on his right leg. The 32-year-old quarterback hopes to return for Week 17 or a possible playoff game, but it seems Josh Johnson will get at least one more start Saturday against the Titans.

Published: Wed, Dec 19 at 3:10pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

May suit up again in 2018

Coach Jay Gruden is "optimistic" McCoy (fibula) will play again this season, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: In the wake of Alex Smith's gruesome season-ending leg fractures, McCoy lasted just seven quarters as the Redskins' primary signal-caller before breaking his own fibula. The offense has since cycled through two more quarterbacks, replacing Mark Sanchez with Josh Johnson during a Week 14 loss to the Giants. Johnson is the starter for the time being, but McCoy seems to be a candidate to start Week 16 or 17 if the healing process goes as planned.

Published: Thu, Dec 13 at 10:49am by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Unlikely to return in 2018

Coach Jay Gruden admitted Thursday that McCoy will realistically require more than three weeks to recover from the surgery the quarterback underwent Tuesday to address a fractured fibula, JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington reports.

Analysis: The Redskins have thus far resisted placing McCoy on injured reserve after he suffered the lower-leg injury in Monday's loss to the Eagles, but it wouldn't be surprising if the signal-caller was ultimately shut down for good in order to free up a roster spot. Per Tarik El-Bashir of The Athletic, Gruden noted that a 2-to-3-week recovery timeline for McCoy would be "wishful thinking." Instead, it's believed McCoy will need at least a month to heal up from surgery, making it unlikely he'll be back…read more

Published: Thu, Dec 6 at 12:10pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Won't be placed on IR

Coach Jay Gruden noted Tuesday that, for now, Washington will refrain from placing McCoy (fibula) on injured reserve, with the hope that the QB could return before the end of the team's season.

Analysis: The team's final regular-season contest is Dec. 30, and a return before then seems unrealistic for McCoy. That said, at 6-6, Washington is in the NFC playoff hunt, and if the team qualifies for the postseason, McCoy could re-enter the team's QB mix.

Published: Tue, Dec 4 at 12:30pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Undergoes surgery on fibula

McCoy underwent surgery on his fractured fibula Tuesday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Given that only four games remain on his team's 2018 slate, McCoy probably is done for the regular season. With previous starter Alex Smith (fibula) already on injured reserve, Mark Sanchez is currently the team's only healthy QB. A depth signing (or two) to address the position is therefore imminent.

Published: Tue, Dec 4 at 12:15pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Done for season with broken leg

McCoy underwent X-rays after exiting Monday's game against the Eagles and was diagnosed with a fractured right fibula, Lisa Salters reported on the ESPN broadcast.

Analysis: As a result, McCoy's 2018 campaign is over only two weeks after No. 1 signal-caller Alex Smith (lower leg) suffered a season-ending injury of his own. Those absences leave Mark Sanchez as the only healthy quarterback on the roster, but the team will almost certainly add another option to the roster by Wednesday. The 32-year-old McCoy faces an uncertain future in the NFL in light of his age and the severity of his injury.

Published: Mon, Dec 3 at 7:17pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Downgraded to out

McCoy (lower leg) has been downgraded to out for the remainder of Monday's game against the Eagles.

Analysis: McCoy will finish the game four of four for 50 yards passing. Mark Sanchez will take over under center for the rest of Monday's contest, but if McCoy is out for an extended period, it seems likely that the Redskins will scan free agency in the coming week for either a starting quarterback or a backup to Sanchez. More will be known about the severity of McCoy's lower leg injury in the near future.

Published: Mon, Dec 3 at 7:02pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Questionable to return Monday

McCoy is questionable to return to Monday's game against the Eagles with a right lower leg injury.

Analysis: McCoy slipped awkwardly in the first quarter before taking a sack and came up limping. He worked with the training staff on the sidelines but ultimately headed to the locker room for further evaluation. Mark Sanchez will take over the Redskins offense with both McCoy and Alex Smith (leg) on the shelf.

Published: Mon, Dec 3 at 6:07pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Commits three turnovers

McCoy completed 24 of 38 pass attempts for 268 yards, two touchdowns and three interceptions during Thursday's 31-23 loss to the Cowboys. He also rushed five times for 28 yards.

Analysis: McCoy stepped in to replace the injured Alex Smith, matching wits with a tough Dallas defense on the road. He threw touchdown passes to Vernon Davis and Trey Quin in the second and third quarters, respectively, to take the lead, but he threw two of his three interceptions in the latter stages as Dallas came back to win. McCoy clearly isn't afraid to take his shots, but he's going to need to protect the ball better moving forward if Washington is to remain in the playoff hunt. He'll look to do…read more

Published: Thu, Nov 22 at 8:35pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Takes over after Smith breaks leg

McCoy completed six of 12 passes for 54 yards and a touchdown while adding 35 yards on five carries after replacing an injured Alex Smith in Sunday's 23-21 loss to Houston.

Analysis: Smith was carted off after a gruesome leg injury, which will knock him out for the remainder of the year. McCoy inherited a 17-7 deficit in the third quarter and quickly cut into it with a 9-yard touchdown pass to Jordan Reed. He had a chance to be the hero down the stretch with Washington getting the ball at its own 35 down two with 52 seconds left, but that possession ended with a missed 63-yard attempt by kicker Dustin Hopkins. McCoy will attempt to guide the 6-4 Redskins to the playoffs…read more

Published: Sun, Nov 18 at 3:33pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Returns to practice

McCoy (thumb) was a full participant at Wednesday's practice, Les Carpenter of The Washington Post reports.

Analysis: With a full practice under his belt, it seems likely that McCoy will be available as the primary backup behind Alex Smith for Week 1. A seasoned veteran, McCoy is considered one of the stronger backup options across the league.

Published: Wed, Sep 5 at 7:06pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

No longer injured

McCoy isn't on the initial injury report for Sunday's game in Arizona, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: McCoy dealt with a thumb injury on his throwing hand during the preseason but is apparently fine for Week 1. He's locked in as the backup to Alex Smith.

Published: Wed, Sep 5 at 4:35pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Hampered by thumb injury

McCoy was absent from Sunday's practice after injuring his right thumb in Friday's game against the Broncos, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: McCoy was 3-of-8 passing for 19 yards and was sacked twice by the Broncos defense. The Redskins went out and acquired undrafted free agent quarterback Connor Jessop on Sunday, which could be a move corresponding to McCoy getting injured. As long as the veteran remains out of practice, expect Kevin Hogan to take snaps with the second-team offense.

Published: Sun, Aug 26 at 2:58pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

Signs extension with Redskins

McCoy signed a one-year extension with the Redskins worth up to $7 million, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Analysis: McCoy is entering the final year of his previous deal, a three-year, $9 million contract he signed in 2016. His extension for 2019 has several clauses that will likely mean he makes less than $7 million if he operates as the backup once again, but the team appears to be content with McCoy as the backup to Alex Smith for the foreseeable future.

Published: Thu, Jul 26 at 3:48pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

McCoy likely will stick around in Washington for another season as the No. 2 quarterback, Rich Tandler of NBC Sports Washington reports.

Analysis: The Redskins traded for Alex Smith and Kevin Hogan, but they merely swapped sixth-round picks to acquire the latter. While unlikely to beat out McCoy for the backup job, Hogan might convince the team to keep three quarterbacks if he looks good during training camp. McCoy spent the past three seasons backing up Kirk Cousins, who started all 16 games each year. The 31-year-old hasn't thrown a pass in the regular season since 2015 or started a game since 2014.

Published: Wed, Jun 20 at 8:47am by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com

McCoy did not record a single pass during the 2017 season.

Analysis: McCoy's third season as the Redskins' backup quarterback was his quietest, as the 31-year-old only took the field for one contest, failing to register a pass attempt in the process. Washington now enters another offseason with Kirk Cousins as an unrestricted free agent, leaving McCoy as the most experienced quarterback under contract on the roster. McCoy signed a deal through the 2018 season.

Published: Mon, Jan 8 at 3:19pm by Rotowire.comMore news and analysis available atNFL.com